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10 Classic Hunting Rifles Every Hunter Should Own (Part 3)
8. Remington Model 760 Gamemaster
The 760 is a box magazine-fed pump-action with similar looks to Remington’s 870 and 1100 shotgun lines. It began production somewhere around 1952, and naturally became a very popular deer woods rifle.
Not a style of rifle that’s commonly associated with Alaska or western-style hunting, the Model 760 is a quick-pointing, quick-shooting bush rifle. It’s great for hunting in thick timber where shot distances are limited, but shots might be fleeting.
Model 760 Gamemaster in .30/06 would be a great for bear hunting over bait.
9. Browning BAR
Designed by Bruce Browning, grandson of John M. Browning, the sporting BAR is a semi-automatic hunting rifle that was introduced in 1968 and first produced in Belgium. It’s box magazine fed and features a hinged trap-door floorplate that’s opened to insert the magazine.
The BAR has been highly successful, and different models are still in production today—including variants with larger detachable magazines. It’s an elegant rifle and the older models are some of the finest-looking semi-automatic sporting rifles there are.
10. Weatherby Mark V
Among iconic names and brands in the firearms industry, Weatherby is one that continues to stand out. After outsourcing his actions and being unhappy with the coned Mauser actions that didn’t fully support the case head, Roy Weatherby set out to have a completely new action designed to handle his high-pressure, speedy cartridges.
The Mark V was introduced in 1957 and features a robust action that is the basis for many of Weatherby’s rifles even today. The basic Mark V action is heavy-duty and features full case support, nine locking lugs, and a short bolt throw.
Chambered in .300 Weatherby Magnum, you wouldn’t be under-powered to take on anything in North America—and much of the world with the Mark V.
Remi Warren is one of the most famous solo hunters in the world
Remi Warren is known to many for his solo hunting style. He is a hunter, TV presenter, writer, and passionate conservationist. He works as an author and field editor for Western Hunter and Real Hunting Magazine, and also hosts TV shows about hunting.
Remi Warren's hunting: style, locations, trophies
Remi Warren is known for his unique style: he prefers solo hunting in remote regions. This means hunting without a team, where all the preparation, stealth, shooting, and processing are done by one person.
His hunting locations:
United States: Rocky Mountains, Alaska, Montana
Canada: moose, grizzly bear, and black bear hunting
New Zealand: mountain taara and goat hunting
Africa: antelope and big five safaris
Types of hunting:
Bow hunting: hunting deer, moose, and goats with a bow
Rifle hunting: hunting bears and large game
Spot-and-stalk: tracking in the wild
Significant trophies:
Mule deer, hunted alone with a bow
Musk ox in Alaska
Mountain goats and taara in the mountains of New Zealand
Weapons and equipment
Remi Warren prefers reliable and ergonomically proven equipment:
Bows: Hoyt, Mathews (compound bows)
Rifles: .300 Win Mag, .270 WSM
Optics: Vortex, Leica, Maven
Filming: GoPro, DSLR, lightweight minimalist field recording equipment
Remi Warren as a hunting mentor and author
Remi Warren shares tips on ethical hunting, physical training, tracking strategies, and equipment selection. He is the author of articles and participates in podcasts and TV shows, including Apex Predator, Solo Hunters, and Meat Eater.
Remi Warren Instagram (399k followers): @remiwarren
HUNTING SEASON IN MARYLAND 2025–26: Deer Hunting, Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide
Plan your 2025–26 MD hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re drawing a compound bow in western oak ridges for a trophy buck, setting a rifle on the Eastern Shore for migrating geese, or tracking coyote year‑round on private land, Maryland’s mountains, piedmont, and tidal marshes deliver premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations.
What Is There to Hunt in Maryland?
Maryland’s varied landscapes support:
Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (draw hunts), moose (rare permit), invasive feral hogs (no closed season)
Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, wood duck), Canada geese, coots, rails, mourning dove
Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, raccoon, fox, nutria
From western hardwoods to Chesapeake marshes, Maryland hunters pursue healthy populations of state animals year‑round.
What Animals Can You Hunt Year‑Round in Maryland?
On private lands with explicit landowner permission—and applicable license—you may take unprotected or nuisance species such as coyote, raccoon, nutria, and feral hogs without closed seasons or daily limits. Public‑land Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) enforce posted season and method restrictions.
Maryland Big Game Hunting Seasons 2025–26
Whitetail Deer
Archery: Sept 20 – Jan 31, 2026
Youth Firearms: Nov 8–9, 2025
Firearms: Nov 29 – Dec 13, 2025
Muzzleloader: Dec 19 – Dec 21, 2025
Antlerless Only: Jan 2 – Jan 16, 2026
Two‐buck daily bag limit applies during archery; one trophy buck during firearms. Seasons vary by county—check local regulations.
Wild Turkey (Spring)
Spring Youth Hunt: Apr 4–5, 2026
Spring General: Apr 6 – May 24, 2026
Fall Archery: Sept 12 – Sept 20, 2025 (select counties)
Spring turkey licenses include shotgun and bow options; youth hunts promote early-season mentoring.
Black Bear
Draw Hunts Only: Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2025
Bear tags allocate by computerized draw; harvested bears require mandatory carcass tagging and reporting.
Maryland Small Game & Waterfowl Seasons 2025–26
Small Game & Upland Birds
Rabbit & Squirrel: Oct 1 – Feb 28, 2026
Ruffed Grouse & Woodcock: Oct 15 – Jan 1, 2026
Bobwhite Quail: Nov 1 – Jan 31, 2026 (WMAs only)
Shotguns loaded with non‑toxic shot are required; quail and grouse thrive in forest openings and brushy edges.
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds
Ducks & Geese: Nov 15 – Jan 31, 2026 (zones split)
Youth Waterfowl Day: Oct 18–19, 2025
Rails & Coots: Sept 1 – Nov 9, 2025
Mourning Dove: Sept 1 – Nov 20, 2025
Shooting Hours: Sunrise – sunset; Federal Duck Stamp, HIP, and state waterfowl permit required
Chesapeake Bay marshes and flooded impoundments host peak migrations; daily duck bag limit is 6, with species sub‑limits.
Bag Limits by Species
Whitetail Deer: 2/day (archery); 1 trophy buck (firearms)
Wild Turkey: 2 total (spring); 1 fall archery
Black Bear: 1 per draw permit
Ducks: 6/day; 2 hen mallards, 2 teal sub‑limits
Geese: 5/day
Rails & Coots: 15 & 25 per day
Rabbit & Squirrel: 8/day each
Coyote & Feral Hogs: No limits on private lands
Bag limits safeguard big game and small game for future seasons.
License & Tags Information for Maryland Hunters (2025–26)
All hunters must carry a valid Maryland DNR license and appropriate tags:
Resident Hunting License: $24; Nonresident: $94
Deer Tags: $18 each; Antlerless Tag: $10
Turkey Permit: $7 (spring); fall archery by draw
Waterfowl Permit: $8; Federal Duck Stamp & HIP required
Bear Permit: $35 (draw)
Licenses fund wildlife management and habitat restoration. Applications for controlled hunts open midsummer.
Hunting Methods: Bow, Rifle, Muzzleloader
Maryland authorizes:
Archery: Compound and recurve bows, crossbows (archery seasons)
Firearms: Center‑fire rifles, shotguns (slugs & buckshot) during firearms seasons
Muzzleloaders: Permitted in designated December window
Dogs & Bait: Allowed for raccoon, waterfowl (retrievers) under WMA rules
Ensure compliance with weapon and caliber restrictions for each season.
Regulations & Resources
Maryland DNR regulations cover:
Shooting Hours: Sunrise – sunset (waterfowl sunrise rule)
Zone Maps & Boundaries: WMAs and county zones online
Harvest Reporting: Mandatory for deer, turkey, bear within 48 hrs
Special Areas: Game refuge zones, controlled dog hunts, and CWD monitoring areas
Before you head out, always verify season dates, bag limits, and license requirements on the official Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website to stay compliant and ensure a legal, ethical hunt.
This guide was created based on information from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR): https://dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/Documents/Maryland-Hunting-Seasons-Calendar-2024-2025.pdf
With defined seasons, clear bag limits, and streamlined license structures, Maryland delivers outstanding hunts for whitetail deer, turkey, ducks, and more. Prepare your bow or rifle, secure proper tags, and experience the Old Line State’s rich wildlife heritage on your 2025–26 hunt.
